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World Cup 2018

But Messi has already pinpointed which teams they need to be wary of this summer.

Speaking to Sport, he said: "There are various teams going in to the tournament with confidence, playing well and with good individuals, as is the case with Brazil, Germany, Spain, France and Belgium, although the latter is not mentioned as much.

"[Argentina] have good players and the experience of the last World Cup. It will be an even competition."

Messi was left heartbroken when Argentina lost the 2014 final against Germany (Image: FIFA)

Argentina have high hopes for the World Cup (Image: AFP)

Messi was the player of the tournament at the last World Cup (Image: AFP)